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The Polar Academy: Q&A with Craig Mathieson
Founder & Explorer Craig Mathieson talks to us about the gruelling training scheme, the Polar Academy’s beginnings and how these ten teenagers will inspire the next generation of Scottish explorers...
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Trail Running Kit Guide
Trail running demands similar kit and clothing to road running, but there are a few things you might want to consider before setting out. Check out our Trail Running Kit...
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Best Walking Boots for Women | Recommended Kit
Walking boots are one of the most important items of your outdoor kit. A good quality, well fitted walking boot can make the difference between an enjoyable day in the...
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Best Walking Boots for Men | Recommended Kit
Walking boots are one of the most important items of your outdoor kit. A good quality, well fitted walking boot can make the difference between an enjoyable day in the...
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Bikes Tyres Buying Guide
Beyond the chassis of your bike, tyres are one of the most important factors in determining how it rides. Do you need maximum grip, or maximum speed? Maybe a combination...
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Wild Camping Scotland: A Beginners Guide
At Tiso, we think Scotland is the most beautiful country in the world. Our dramatic mountain ranges, imposing sea stacks, and meandering burns, make Scotland's remote and rural landscapes truly...
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Cannondale Topstone Buying Guide
The Cannondale Topstone is a real classic of the gravel genre and the whole range has seen many exciting updates over the seasons. Where these bikes shine is in their...
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Our Favourite Waterproof Jackets
So the rain has arrived… but what about those of you still eager to get out on the hills? We select the best waterproofs on the market right now, equipped...
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Top Ten Unusual Bikepacking Essentials | Bikepacking Tips
When adventure is calling, it's time to pack up your bags and go. If your style of travel is by bike, you've possibly forayed into the world of bikepacking by...
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The Lochnagar Round: Sleeping in the Sky
With the unseasonably dry and warm weather this summer, it's the perfect time for camping, and wild camping can bring a level of accessibility to hills that may seem too...
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Cycling Footwear & Pedal System Buying Guide
Being new to the cycling shoe game can be rather overwhelming with new terminology to get your head around and working out what system works best for you. But that’s...
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A Guide To Competition Climbing
Found a passion for climbing? Take it to new heights and enter a competition. Coach Alistair Lee explains the different events in the climbing calendar. Got a question? Ask us...
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Beginner's Guide To Paddleboarding
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is one of the fastest growing watersports, combining the physical exercise and exploration of traditional paddle sports with a simplicity that makes it a sport accessible for...
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Duke of Edinburgh's Award Packing List | Recommended Kit
If you’re ready to go the extra mile, challenge yourself physically and pick up some new skills too, then The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award might be for you!
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Top 5 Walks in the Pentland Hills - Tiso Routes
Supported by Tiso Ambassador, Iona Rendall talks us through her Top Five hikes in the Pentland Hills!
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Top Wild Camping Spots Guide | Corbetts
Here we've picked some incredible wild camping spots in Scotland where you can take your time with climbing your first Corbetts by settling in for a good night's sleep before...
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Our 5 Favourite Things to do in Arran
Here are our favourite outdoorsy ways to explore the isle of Arran.
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Camping Stove Buying Guide
Cooking outdoors in an intrinsic part of the camping experience and at Tiso we understand that you need to have the right stove to work with. Whether you are cooking...
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Choosing a Hi-Vis Cycling Jacket
When the autumn chill tumbles in and the sun sets a little earlier than most of us would like, you might start to think about getting kitted up for cycling...
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Cycling Shorts Explained
Why should you wear cycling shorts? Simply put, they can offer vastly more comfort over the course of a ride than riding in casual shorts, trousers, or anything else. But...
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Road Bike Buying Guide
Whether you want to ride fast, ride far, or ride off the beaten track, a road bike is the best form of transport for covering ground at pace. However, with...
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